Ham Balls In Sauce Recipe

Name: Ham Balls In Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 tablespoons bacon drippings; 2 pounds ground, cooked ham; 1 cup fine dry breadcrumbs; 1 egg, beaten; 2 tablespoons prepared mustard; 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided; 1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided; 1/2 teaspoon marjoram, divided; 2 tablespoons butter or margarine; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 (16-ounce) carton commercial sour cream

Servings: persons

1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons bacon drippings
2 pounds ground, cooked ham
1 cup fine dry breadcrumbs
1 egg, beaten
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
1/2 teaspoon marjoram, divided
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 (16-ounce) carton commercial sour cream

1
Saute onion in bacon drippings until tender. Combine sauteed onion, ham, breadcrumbs, egg, mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon marjoram in a large mixing bowl. Mix well, and shape into 2-inch meatballs. Place meatballs in a greased 13-x 9- x 2-inch baking dish; bake at 375u00b0 for 30 minutes.
2
Melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Add flour; stir until smooth. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually add sour cream; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thoroughly heated. Stir in remaining salt, pepper, and marjoram.
3
Spoon sour cream mixture over ham balls; reduce temperature to 300u00b0, and bake an additional 10 minutes. Serve immediately.
4
Note: Ham Balls may be made in 1-inch balls for an excellent appetizer.

674

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 medium onion, chopped, 2 tablespoons bacon drippings, 2 pounds ground, cooked ham, 1 cup fine dry breadcrumbs, and more.

Yes, Ham Balls In Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Ham Balls In Sauce

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